Nuffield 4DM
Built: 1959-1961 · Series: Other models
The Nuffield 4DM rolled off the line in 1959-1961 as a tractor. The four-cylinder engine, displacing 3.4 litres, produces 41 kW.
It measures 3.08 m in length and 1.94 m in width. Unladen, it tips the scales at 2,300 kg.
Within the range, rated power spans from 11.2 to 48.5 kW; with 41 kW, the 4DM sits in the upper third. Directly alongside are the DM 4/1980-61 with 38 kW below and the 10/60 with 42.9 kW above.
Technical data
Engine
| Power | 41 kWcorrect |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4correct |
| Displacement | 3,402 cm³correct |
Dimensions and weights
| Length | 3,080 mmcorrect |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,940 mmcorrect |
| Unladen weight | 2,300 kgcorrect |
Drivetrain and chassis
| Gears | 5correct |
|---|
Where this model stands
Power-to-weight ratio: 17.8 kW/t (41 kW / 2.3 t)
Power class: Universal (40–100 hp)
Stronger than 40% of the tractors in the register — out of 15,240 models with a stated power figure.
Calculated from the documented figures above — not a rating.
Frequently asked questions
How much power does the Nuffield 4DM have?
The Nuffield 4DM delivers 41 kW.
How much does the Nuffield 4DM weigh?
The unladen weight is 2,300 kg.
What engine does the Nuffield 4DM have?
4 cylinders, 3,402 cm³ displacement.
What are the dimensions of the Nuffield 4DM?
3,080 mm × 1,940 mm.
When was the Nuffield 4DM built?
Production years: 1959-1961.
What to check before buying
- Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
- Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
- Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
- Load the hydraulics and watch for sag.
- Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.
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This page carries 8 individual figures for this model. They come from 1 recorded source; every figure can be traced there. What we cannot document is not here — we leave gaps open rather than estimate them.
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